One of the most important responsibilities of owning a car is upkeep and maintenance. And when it comes time to get your Kia serviced, the best place to head is your Kia dealership. There are many good reasons to bring it to your dealer’s service department instead of an independent mechanic, whether it is for repairs or regularly scheduled maintenance.
Kia Warranty
Kia offers some of the best warranties in the industry, and while taking your Kia to an independent mechanic won’t void your warranty, you might not get the full benefit of what it covers. The folks at your Kia service department will know exactly what is under warranty, so you don’t have to pay for covered repairs.
Specially Trained Staff
All the mechanics at Kia dealers go through specialized training designed for Kia vehicles. Since almost all the cars that they work on throughout the day are Kias, they know exactly what to expect in nearly every situation. The mechanics at your Kia dealer know all the ins and outs of every Kia vehicle from compacts, to SUVs, and hybrids, and they have the training and the knowledge to get the job done right. The dealers also have access to daily bulletins from the manufacturer about Kia’s vehicles, so they always have the latest and greatest information.
Maintenance Records
There are a lot of ways to keep track of maintenance done on your Kia, whether it is on your phone or saving and filing away all the paperwork. But if you bring it to your dealership, they will keep track of everything for you. You don’t have to worry about keeping the paperwork for each oil change or service trip, because the Kia dealership will have all this in their records. Then, when you decide to sell your car or upgrade, you have easy access to all the information a potential buyer will want to see.
Diagnostic Tools
There are many good mechanics out there, but they might not have access to the tools needed to diagnose some of the more complex issues on newer cars. When you bring your vehicle to your Kia dealership, you know that they have the latest equipment and tools needed for any repairs or service. It is also more likely that a Kia service department will have any parts needed right on hand so you won’t have to wait.
Customer Service
The larger service department at your Kia dealership most likely has more perks available to you while you wait for your car, or it might even have a shuttle service to bring you home or to work. Most smaller mechanic shops don’t offer this kind of service, so you have to plan for someone to help you get around while your car is out of commission.
These are some of the many benefits of using your Kia dealership’s service department for all your repairs and maintenance.
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Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.